October is the perfect month to hunker down with a blanket and a gripping novel. As the sun begins to set earlier and the weather gets colder, readers from all walks of life look forward to the escapist delights mysteries have to offer, especially in light of the ghoulish holiday that awaits us later in the month.

But for those not prone to be too scared in the midst of dark and stormy nights, the "cozy" genre of mystery provides a lovely blend of intrigue and civility. Authors of this kind know how to tell a good story that keeps you guessing, then wrap it up with a nice cup of tea. If you're interested in dipping into a mystery that won't give you nightmares, check out the Bookspace list on Cozy Mysteries for some great suggestions.